Early Life and Education of Alex Bregman: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Alex Bregman, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Alexander David Bregman is an American professional baseball third baseman currently playing for the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB). He previously played in MLB for the Houston Astros. He is a prominent figure in professional baseball.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1900: Great-Grandfather Immigrates to the U.S.

Around 1900, Alex Bregman's great-grandfather, Samuel "Bo" Bregman, immigrated from Russia to Washington, D.C., at age 11.

1971: Grandfather Negotiates Senators Move

In 1971, Alex Bregman's grandfather, Stan Bregman, as general counsel for the Washington Senators, negotiated the team's move to Texas.

1982: Father Plays Baseball for UNM

In 1982, Alex Bregman's father played baseball as a freshman for the University of New Mexico Lobos.

March 30, 1994: Alexander Bregman's Birth

On March 30, 1994, Alexander David Bregman was born. He is now an American professional baseball third baseman for the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball (MLB).

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2004: Batboy for UNM vs. ASU

In 2004, Alex Bregman served as a batboy for a game between the University of New Mexico baseball team and Arizona State University, where his then-favorite player, Dustin Pedroia, played.

2006: Father Becomes Part Owner of New Mexico Thunderbirds

Starting in 2006, Alex Bregman's father became a part owner of the NBA Development League’s New Mexico Thunderbirds.

2009: State Championship

In 2009, as a freshman shortstop, Alex Bregman led his high school team to a state championship.

2011: All-State and Gold Medal

In 2011, Alex Bregman batted .678 as a junior in high school, setting a New Mexico season record with 19 home runs. He was named first team All-State, and led the 18-and-under U.S. National Team to a gold medal at the International Baseball Federation World Championships in the fall.

2012: Attends LSU

In 2012, Alex Bregman attended LSU, majoring in sports administration and playing shortstop for the LSU Tigers baseball team.

2012: Drafted by the Boston Red Sox

In 2012, Alex Bregman was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 29th round of the Major League Baseball Draft as a second baseman but elected not to sign, choosing to attend LSU instead.

2013: College Baseball Awards

In 2013, playing college baseball for Louisiana State University (LSU), Bregman was voted the 2013 National Freshman of the Year by Baseball America and won the 2013 Brooks Wallace Award as the country's best college shortstop. He was also a two-time All-American.

2017: The Dugout Stare originates

During the 2017 postseason, Alex Bregman began performing a home run celebration called the Dugout Stare. It became popular among his teammates and on social media during a rough patch for the Astros in July and August 2018.